Dell Axim X5 Pocket Pc Users Guide

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Using My Text
When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert 
preset or frequently used messages. To insert a message, tap My Text and 
tap a message.
 NOTE: You can add text to a My Text message after you insert the 
message.
To  e d i t  a  M y  Te x t  m e s s a g e :
1In Inbox or MSN Messenger, tap Tools.
2Ta p  Edit My Text Messages.
3Make the changes and tap OK. 

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SECTION 4
Adjusting Settings
Personal Tab
System Tab
Connections Tab 

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You can adjust the device settings to suit the way you work. To see 
available options, tap the Start button and tap Settings.
 NOTE: Depending on the features of your device, you might have 
additional tabs and additional items on the tabs.
See Pocket PC Help on your device for additional information on 
adjusting settings (tap the Start button and tap Help).
Personal Tab
•Buttons — Assign the programs that launch when you press the 
hardware...

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•Certificates — View or delete certificates stored on your device. 
Certificates help establish your identity and the identity of other 
computers to prevent unauthorized users from accessing your data.
•Clock — Change the time or set the alarm.
•Microphone — Adjust the microphone gain.
•Po w e r — Check the battery or charge status. Set the amount of time 
that the device can remain idle before it turns off.
•Regional Settings — View and change the...

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SECTION 5
Using Microsoft® 
ActiveSync
®
About ActiveSync
Installing and Using ActiveSync 

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About ActiveSync
You can synchronize the information on your computer with the 
information on your device with ActiveSync. Synchronization compares 
the data on your device with the data on your computer and updates both 
with the most recent information. For example:
• Keep Microsoft Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing 
your device with Microsoft Outlook data on your computer. 
• Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel...

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To synchronize your data, you need both the Microsoft Windows® and 
Pocket PC versions of ActiveSync. You must install the Windows version 
of ActiveSync on your computer using the Dell™ Companion CD. The 
Pocket PC version is already installed on your device.
Installing and Using ActiveSync
To  i n s t a l l  A c t i v e S y n c :
1Insert the Dell Companion CD.
2Click the yellow triangle to access the main menu.
3Click Start Here.
4Click...

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